Bhutan is the only country with a Happiness Index! Tourists from all over the globe visit Bhutan for either cultural trips or trekking expeditions. Our trip was more of a cultural excursion. We visited Monasteries and Dzongs which are spread throughout the country. The experience of visiting these peaceful structures made our stay in Bhutan a spiritual sojourn.
This post will let you know how to reach Bhutan. Also, I have appended some recommendations and suggestions which you can consider during your trip.
So, go through the pointers and let me know your concerns or questions in the comments section.
If you are planning to go by road, continue reading.
1) Reach Kolkata
You will have to reach Kolkata in order to embark a train which will take you further towards Bhutan. If you are traveling from North India, you can consider reaching Delhi, Kanpur or Ranchi. In addition, there are direct flights from Kolkata to Paro (Bhutan). Hence, you will have more options from Kolkata to reach Bhutan.
2) Reach Hasimara by Train
Hasimara is a small town in the Jalpaiguri District of West Bengal. The town is situated at a distance of 17 KM from the Indo-Bhutan Border. In order to reach Hasimara, you will have to board a train from Kolkata. For North Indians, you can take a train from Delhi, Kanpur or Ranchi as mentioned earlier.
You can visit the Indian railway website to know about the timing, duration & timetable of the trains. We had boarded the Kanchankanya Express from Kolkata which reached Hasimara at 10:30 AM in the morning.
3) Reach Jaigaon By Taxi/Bus
Jaigaon is the Indian town touching Indo-Bhutan Border. All the formalities to acquire permission, in order to enter Bhutan, will be carried out here at the immigration office. Every individual will have to acquire permission to enter Bhutan. You can take an Indian car in Bhutan, but you need a separate permit for the car.
When you get a permit for Bhutan, it will only cover Thimpu & Paro. In case you want to go to Bumthang or any other distant destinations, you need a separate permit.
You can take help of local tour operators or do it yourself. Kindly note, you will have to provide a pre-decided itinerary to acquire the permit. In our case, we had taken help of a local tour operator and he got all the essential permits quickly.
Documents you need to carry
To get your permit, you require either a Passport or Voter’s ID. Because of the friendly relations between India and Bhutan, you would not require Visa. In case you do not have a passport or Voter’s ID, please carry any other identity proof like driver’s license or Pan Card. You will have to visit the Indian immigration office and ask for the further procedure to acquire a permit. They will provide you the assistance required.
Once you have executed the required formalities, you can enter Bhutan and proceed according to the itinerary. In our case, by the time we got permits, it was quite late. Hence, we had to stay in Jaigaon for a night.
Also read: 25 Places to visit in Bhutan
Things to do in Jaigaon
Jaigaon is like an average Indian town with average infrastructure. In case you need to stay here for a day, I have added some recommendations which you can consider.
1) Have a scrumptious thali at Barsana Restaurant
Before you enter Bhutan, you can savor Indian food in Barsana Restaurant. The restaurant is clean and well maintained. You can choose from a variety of Indian dishes. The price range is not very high.
I would recommend the Veg Thali available here. It will provide you a sumptuous meal which you would not get in Bhutan. However, there are many interesting places to eat in Bhutan where you can savor local cuisine.
2) Savour lip-smacking sweets at Sheetal Sweets & Snacks
Sheetal Sweets & Snacks can offer you a wide variety of delicious snacks and lip-smacking sweets. You can have Samosas, Pani Puri, Dhoklas etc in snacks. In sweets, you can taste Rasgullahs, Gulab Jamun, Ras – Malai and much more.
I would highly recommend this place as I simply loved the taste here.
3) Get a taste of Bhutan by visiting Phuntsholing
At night, you can visit the border town, Phuntsholing, in Bhutan. Simply walk through the streets and lookout for shops where you can purchase anything local. You do not need a permit to enter Phuntsholing. Just cross the gate and explore the Bhutanese town. However, the gates close at 9:30 PM. So, it is advisable to return before that. Apart from these, there is nothing in Jaigao worth recommending. Just stay in your room and get ready to battle the temperature difference you will face in Bhutan.
You might not have heard about the India Bhutan train earlier.
Is There A Train From India to Bhutan?
Unfortunately, there is no direct India Bhutan Train. However, you can reach Bhutan by train up to a certain point and then transfer to another mode of transportation, like a taxi or bus, to cross the border. Here’s what you need to know:
Train Options
- Closest stations: The closest railway stations to Bhutan are Hasimara, New Alipurduar, New Jalpaiguri, and Siliguri, all located in West Bengal, India. These stations are within 17-60 kilometres of the Bhutan border town of Phuentsholing.
- Train routes: You can find trains to these stations from major Indian cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati, and Bangalore. You can check train schedules and book tickets on the Indian Railways website.
- You can also take a flight from Bangalore to Bhutan. When you choose this Bhutan flight from Bangalore, you will reach Paro in Bhutan as you can find many flights that take you from Bangalore to Paro.
How To Reach Bhutan from the Border?
- Taxis: The most common option is to hire a taxi from the nearest station to Phuentsholing. The journey takes about 1-2 hours depending on the traffic and road conditions. You can negotiate the fare with the taxi drivers beforehand.
- Buses: You can also find shared buses or private buses from the stations to Phuentsholing. Buses are generally cheaper than taxis but may take longer due to more stops.
- When it comes to a road trip, Guwahati to Bhutan Distance is around 358 km. You can take the Sarpang – Gelephu – Trongsa Highway route in this mode.
- Similarly, Siliguri Bhutan distance is around 491 km. You can take this road trip from this West Bengal City to reach Bhutan via the PNH1 road.
Important Things to Remember
- Visa requirements: All foreign nationals, including Indians, require a visa to enter Bhutan. You can apply for a visa online through the Bhutanese government website.
- Border crossing: The border crossing at Phuentsholing can be busy, especially during peak season. Allow enough time for immigration formalities.
- Permits: Depending on your itinerary, you may also need to obtain additional permits for trekking or visiting certain areas in Bhutan. You can find information about permits on the Bhutan Tourism Council website.
Alternative Options
- Flying: Flying is the fastest and most convenient way to reach Bhutan. The only airport in Bhutan is Paro Airport, which has flights from major Indian cities like Delhi, Kolkata, and Guwahati. Apart from a flight from Bangalore to Bhutan, you can find flights from other major Indian cities as well to Paro.
- Road trip: If you have a valid Bhutanese visa and driving permit, you can also drive to Bhutan from India. However, this option requires careful planning and knowledge of the border crossing procedures.
I hope this information helps you plan your trip to Bhutan!
I hope you find this post helpful. Feel free to browse through my experiences and recommendations by reading articles mentioned below.
2) Reason to avoid Bhutan Nightclubs
4) Places to visit in Bhutan, 25 best picks
In case you have specific queries about reaching Bhutan, kindly comment here J
111 comments
very nice…. Short & Sweet…
I am glad you liked it 🙂
There are lot of airlines that offer cheap airfares for the trip.
really very informative….thanks
Hey, I am glad you liked it Riya.
Hey Srini, it is better if you reach kolkata and take a flight from there or also catch a train to Hasimara. Bhutan Airlines and Druk Air would provide a flight from Kolkata to Paro. Paro and Thimpu are the major places to visit in Bhutan.
very nice blog. sweet.
hi..i’m planning 2 visit Paro & Thimpu in October for 5days & 6nights..i hv some questions-
1) is there any other places should be visited??we r not looking for a hectic schedule-if its far away,we won’t go..
2)Should we book a car(preferably a winger or something like that) for the whole trip or make the booking from just only phuntsholing to paro & make some arrangements there locally??give an idea about car fare details!!
3)How costly r the Paro hotels??we r gonna take 5rooms for 12 people..is there any other mode of accommodation-i mean like guest houses in villages etc???
Thanx in advance
Hi Pralay, I have answered your queries below1) There is this place Bumthang which is say 5 hours drive from Thimpu. It is called mini-Switzerland by travel agencies. It is a very peaceful village with a river flowing. I visited a monarchy there early in the morning and it was my one of the best experiences. I have written about it here – http://www.travelmax.in/2013/04/21/things-to-do-in-bhutan/Also, you can cover Punakha which comes in between Thimpu to Bumthang. Punakha is again same as Bumthang. If you have to choose, I recommend you prefer Bumthang. 2) Book a car from Jai Gao which is the town in India near Indo-Bhutan border. Book this for the whole trip so that you do not have to rely on local arrangements in Thimpu or Paro. If you book the whole trip, you will get a better deal. In addition, the travel agencies who will provide you the car can also arrange for your hotels at all the destinations. Try to get a whole package from them. We hired a Tata Sumo which charged us Rs 2000 per day. For 12 people, you will have to check with the travel agencies. 3) The Paro hotels are not that costly. You can expect a decent double bed room for Rs 1000 to Rs 1200. Obviously the prices vary according to the hotel that you book. There are guest houses in villages. But, you will have to check with travel agencies. They do not recommend them as they take a hit on their commission. So, if you want to stay in a guest house, you will have to search for them yourselves. I hope my reply clarifies your queries. Let me know if anything else is required.
Can we hire the car in Bhutan itself. which we can drive ourselves ?? I am looking forward to visit Bhutan this year. or will it be better if we contact the travel agencies in Bhutan ?
Thanks for sharing these kind of information.I like ur blog. it’s very informative about for people from Kolkata! Keep it up 🙂
Thank u brother.. 🙂
Very good and useful information .Thanks a lot.
Hi Umang…. Need an urgent help… I have been looking for booking air tickets to paro from delhi. none of the travel websites seem to be booking for bhutan. can you please help? we are planning to go to travel from 8th June to 15th June.
I am planning to drive to Bhutan from Kolkata. Do I have to take the permit for my car in advance or can this be done at the border?
Hi Sumit, You can hire the car in Bhutan. However, I would recommend to hire a car from India as in Bhutan it might be costly to hire one. Also, Indian Travel agents in Jaigao will be better than Bhutan travel agents
Thank you Krishna. Its great to know that you liked the article 🙂
Hi Satish, this can be done at the border. However, I am not sure about any taxes that might get levied.
Hi Durba, I am sorry I was not able to provide help. Was revamping the website and somehow missed this comment. So? How was your trip?
Thanks 🙂
Thanks 🙂
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I am glad you liked it!
Nice to know that you like it! Cheers!
Hello, I really liked this post. Thanks for sharing!
Glad I could help Nathan 🙂
hi umang
From Lucknow want to visit Bhutan for a family trip in last of May
How to reach and where u suggest for stay with my parents
Hi Saumitra,
To reach Bhutan, you need to reach Hasimara first. From there, you can reach Jaigaon which is the Indo-Bhutan border and located at a distance of 17-18 KMs from Hasimara.
Now, there is no direct train/flight/bus from Lucknow to Hasimara. Hence, I am listing down the possible ways of reaching Hasimara from Lucknow.
1) Take train number 05636 from Lucknow to New Jalpaiguri. From Jalpaiguri, you can take the Kanchankanya Express (13149) to reach Hasimara. However, train number 05636 is only operational in the particular seasons as it is a special train. Hence, you might want to check the availability first.
2) Reach Allahabad by bus or train. From Allahabad, you can catch Mahananda Express (Train no 15484) and reach Hasimara.
Apart from the above mentioned modes, you can also opt for a route to reach Hasimara via Patna.
I hope you find my answer helpful. Thanks for stopping by!
I want to go bhutan this may.From Jaigaon I will book a agenies to travel bhutan what will be the cost? Total expense to travel bhutan?? Is it enough to stay 5 days in bhutan? Name the agency which is better??? Cn u tell the tourist place in bhutan?
Hi Priya,
1) The cost for a the whole package (Including Transport & Accommodation) for 5 days/4 nights should be in the range of 6k – 8k per person
2) Apart from the package cost, you would be requiring cash for food & shopping. You can keep 2k-3k aside per day depending on your priorities
3) Staying in Bhutan for 5 Days is enough if you are going for a cultural trip. You can consider going to Thimpu & Paro, 3 Days & 2 Days respectively. In can you want to go for an adventurous trip, you might want to add a couple of more days as these destinations are a little far
4) There are many agencies in Jaigaon at Indo-Bhutan border. You can talk to multiple travel agencies and compare the itineraries and accommodation options that they are including in the package. After comparing each travel agent, you can select one.
5) For deciding the tourist places, have a look at this list of Things to do in Bhutan that I had created.
Hope this helps. Cheers!
thanks bro…may god bless u..
I am glad I could help! Enjoy your trip. Let me know your experience 🙂
Hi Umang,
Thanks for the perspective.
I am planning a trip in the month of June-end and i had read somewhere that there are direct buses from Kolkata to Pheuntsholing. Do you have any information on this? Is it advisable to take this bus or take a train to Hasimara?
Hi Sumit,
I personally prefer train over bus. It would take 14+ hours to reach Jaigao from Kolkata in Bus. I am not sure if that would be comfortable.
Hi Umang,
I plan to travel later this year[around Oct end or early Nov]
question is, is there a chance of roads closed due to snow/bad
weather during this time? The cold will not be a problem.
Also as you mentioned earlier, there are travel agencies in Jaigaon
and booking a package with them will be cheaper/cost effective?
We are a group of 4-5 adults planning to travel to Paro, Thimphu,
Punakha/bumthang, Gangtey and Haa. Can you tell me of any other
places of interest that I can include and what could be the
approximate cost and duration of stay?
You said you hired a sumo @ rs.2000 pd, for 4-5 people is it possible
to rent a smaller car at a lesser price for the entire trip?
Supposing we decide to stay at a farmhouse, wanted to know if its
safe in terms of valuables like camera/wallets/watches etc?
Also is liquor available in Bhutan?
Hi Umang,
I plan to travel later this year[around Oct end or early Nov] question is, is there a chance of roads closed due to snow/bad weather during this time? The cold will not be a problem.
Also as you mentioned earlier, there are travel agencies in Jaigaon and booking a package with them will be cheaper/cost effective?
We are a group of 4-5 adults planning to travel to Paro, Thimphu, Punakha/bumthang, Gangtey and Haa. Can you tell me of any other places of interest that I can include and what could be the approximate cost and duration of stay?
You said you hired a sumo @ rs.2000 pd, for 4-5 people is it possible to rent a smaller car at a lesser price for the entire trip?
Supposing we decide to stay at a farmhouse, wanted to know if its safe in terms of valuables like camera/wallets/watches etc?
Also is liquor available in Bhutan?
Hi Keneth,
Responses are in-line
Q: I plan to travel later this year[around Oct end or early Nov] question is, is there a chance of roads closed due to snow/bad weather during this time? The cold will not be a problem.
A: No, there is nothing to worry about snow. Oct – Nov are completely fine. You might experience lower temperature. But, it’s not an issue.
Q: Also as you mentioned earlier, there are travel agencies in Jaigaon and booking a package with them will be cheaper/cost effective?
A: Yes. If would be cost-effective. If you travel on your own, you might end up renting costly properties as you might not be able to explore the cheaper options.
Q: We are a group of 4-5 adults planning to travel to Paro, Thimphu, Punakha/bumthang, Gangtey and Haa. Can you tell me of any other places of interest that I can include and what could be the approximate cost and duration of stay?
A: You have covered almost 90% of places. However, you can consider going to Jigme Dorji National Park.
Q: You said you hired a sumo @ rs.2000 pd, for 4-5 people is it possible to rent a smaller car at a lesser price for the entire trip?
A: Yeah Sure! We were provided a sumo by the travel agent. Provided your agent has a smaller car, you can surely rent it.
Q: Supposing we decide to stay at a farmhouse, wanted to know if its safe in terms of valuables like camera/wallets/watches etc?
A: Well, in general, Bhutan folks are very friendly and honest. However, I would recommend to stay at a particular farmhouse only if you feel comfortable
Q: Also is liquor available in Bhutan?
A: Very important question :P. Yes, liquor is available in Bhutan and it’s very affordable too! Do try the druk beer.
Hope I have been to answer your questions well. Let me know in case you have any other questions.
Cheers!
Please share contacts of tour operator who arranged car from Jaigaon and time taken from jaigaon to paro by car.
Hi Umang,
I am planning to visit Bhutan this oct during the puja vacation. I have been looking for information on google and so far ur blog seemed most helpful. I have a few queries. If u kindly respond that would be most helpful.
1. Im from calcutta. If i take druk air n arrive at Paro, how am i supposed to arrange for necessary permits n all?
2. Should i contact a tour operator? In that case could u please provide me with ur operator’s number?
3. How long does Kanchankanya take to reach hasimara n how long it is from hasimara-phuntsholing-thimpu?
4. Could u suggest me an itinerary please? For a 6days tour. In case of a tour agency, will there be options i can choose from?
Too many questions. Hope u wont feel annoyed.
Thank u.
Hi Kuheli, I’m glad you found my blog helpful. I have answered your questions below.
1) They have gov offices at the airport from where you can get the permits
2) Yes, contacting a tour operator will help as they will expedite the time taken to get permits. My tour operator was from jaigao. Hence, his number won’t help you. Let me know if you still want it.
3) kanchankanya would take 14-15 hours to reach Hasimara. From there, time taken will be hasimara to phoentsholing: 1 hour, phoentsholing to Thimpu: 6 hours as far as I remember.
4) a sample itinerary can be 2 days in Paro, 2 days in Thimpu and 2 days in Bumthang. However, it might depend on the type of your travel as in, what do you seek out of the itinerary
Yes you can choose tour operators.
I hope I answered your questions satisfactorily. Have a great trip!
Hi, Sorry for delayed response. Below mentioned is a number
Anil, Dynamic tours: 097 332 73755
Cheers!
Hi umang,
I am travelling from Bhubaneswar.
Planning to visit bhutan.and dargelling and gagtok.
1)Suggest either by car or bike.
Which will be best.
if bike from which rly station we should start journey(siliguri/jalpaiguri/or any other).
2)And duration of visit,costing envolve in it too.
3) places to visit in and around and is it require to book hotel in advance.
Sorry for bothering u
1) Hi, If you are Solo or with a partner, I would suggest Bike. It would be tiring, but worth it :). For bike, you should start from Jalpaiguri.
2) You can consider 7 days. Total cost would be around 8-10k per head, not including fuel.
3) For places to visit, you can read my “10 Things to do in Bhutan”. At a macro level, you can visit Thimpu, Paro & Bumthang. Trek to Tiger’s nest in Paro is a must do activity.
Hope I answered your queries satisfactorily. 🙂
Hi Umang
I am planning to visit Bhutan in last week of Jan 2016 from Mumbai (to & fro). I wanted to know if its good time to visit bhutan (its our 1st anniversary)?
What are the travel options from Mumbai to Bhutan as I believe there is no direct flight to Bhutan
Which all places to visit in Bhutan
What would be the appx cost per person for luxory tour? Are there good hotels ?
PLs do help
Hi Akshay,
January is an amazing time to visit Bhutan! Yes, due to weather, it would be cold. But, that makes this happy country more peaceful.
Yes, there are no direct flights from Mumbai. In order to reach Bhutan from Mumbai, you need to first go to either Delhi or Kolkata. From both these cities, you can catch a direct flight for Paro, Bhutan. To book, you can check Drukair website.
For places to visit in Bhutan, you can check my 10 Things to do in Bhutan article. But, in a nutshell, you can cover Thimpu, Paro & Bumthang. There are many unexplored places also in Bhutan which you can explore at leisure.
For a luxury tour, it totally depends on your preferences. But, if I have to assume, I would say that per person, per day, you can account for Rs 3500 – 4000. This would include everything.
Yes, there are some good hotels in Bhutan. But, for that I would recommend exploring tripadvisor as I myself stayed in a budget hotel.
Hope you find my answers useful.
Cheers!
Good to know that!
Hello Umang!
Loved every blog on Bhutan! Filled with details and information!
I’m planning to visit Bhutan next month for about 11 days.I have a few questions in this regard-
1. Can I travel without a guide or a travel agent? I mean by myself? I love to explore places on my own, will it be possible? I’m traveling solo.Is it safe to explore without travel agents?
2. I’m planning on visiting Thimpu, Paro, Haa valley, Bhumthang and Gangtey/Punakha. Will it be possible to cover in 11 days? Which do you prefer among this that you feel I should not miss? Anything I need to add or reduce? Please suggest.
3.I’m a budget traveler and I want some information abt stays like hostels/couchsurfing/B&B’s that are really cheap, but good n safe.could you give me some links on this if you’ve an idea?
4.Will it be possible to travel in Bhutan using public transport alone? how is the connectivity w.r.t to buses?
Sorry to bombard you with a lot of questions! Your suggestions would be of great help to me! Thanks a lot!
Hi Reshma,
Great to see you planning a solo trip to Bhutan. Also, I’m glad you liked my posts.
Coming to your questions, please find my responses inline.
1. Can I travel without a guide or a travel agent? I mean by myself? I love to explore places on my own, will it be possible? I’m traveling solo.Is it safe to explore without travel agents?
Yes. You can surely travel without a guide or Travel agent. But, please make sure you have all the permits in place. It might be difficult to enter certain regions without proper permission. Ask as many questions as you want to the office which will issue the permit. As far as safety is concerned, I can confidently say that Bhutan is pretty much safe for a solo woman traveler. However, please avoid travelling lonely and long routes at night.
2. I’m planning on visiting Thimpu, Paro, Haa valley, Bhumthang and Gangtey/Punakha. Will it be possible to cover in 11 days? Which do you prefer among this that you feel I should not miss? Anything I need to add or reduce? Please suggest.
I guess you have covered the best places. Out of these places, you should not miss an early morning walk in the small town of Bumthang. There is monastery there which you can visit. It’s would be a great experience.
3.I’m a budget traveler and I want some information abt stays like hostels/couchsurfing/B&B’s that are really cheap, but good n safe.could you give me some links on this if you’ve an idea?
I’m not sure about Couch surfing. But, there surely are good budget hotels available. We booked our hotels through a travel agent in Jaigaon, the Indo-Bhutan border town. Hence, I would not be able to suggest online bookable hotels.
4.Will it be possible to travel in Bhutan using public transport alone? how is the connectivity w.r.t to buses?
There is public transport. But, the connectivity is not that great. However, traveling to Thimpu, Paro, Punakha & Bumthang should be east.
I hope you find my answers helpful. Do let me know if you require additional information regarding any point.
Cheers & have a safe trip 🙂
dear Umang,
regards about your prestigious information.
please tell me about children who are not more then 18 yrs of age.
they have no voter id card as well as passport.
how we get permission to visit Bhutan.
thanks.
Hi Rajeev,
You can show the child’s birth certificate or school ID if any.
Cheers!
Brother,
Well Written & very informative. Thanks for share information.
I am planning to visit in March 2016 is this good time to visit ?
I am From Bangalore I need to Travel Plans BY Air and also in Bhutan ?
If possible please Share your contact details so that we can speak and work it out ?
-Aswins
Hi Aswins,
Yes, March 2016 is a perfect time to visit Bhutan.
From Bangalore, you can’t fly directly in Bhutan. I suggest you reach Kolkata or Delhi and then take a flight for Bhutan from there.
Thanks for the quick respond, I need to plan about the stay in Bhutan as well.
I will be travelling with my wife so I need to be very sure about things.
Can you please help me out to plan accordingly and stay over there.
You can email me your contact details so that we can have a quick chat on the same.
Regards
-Aswins
this is pawan from Delhi. i want to visit thimpu Butan. so may you tell me all about tour and budget hotel and transport facilities from jaigoan to Thimphu by its cost. i shell be very thankful to you.
tour dataed – 25-10-2015- 05-11-2015
seriously very very informative you are,good patience to answer every query…regarding my concern,we are group of 6 planning to travel from kolkata and would like to go adventourous covering sikkim and bhutan ..we have 8 days to spend,what would be the best way to cover both?is it feasible?doesn’t mind even if it is hectic…one hired cab for whole trip willl it work?
Hi Ashok,
I am glad you found the post informative.
I personally wouldn’t recommend to cover both sikkim & Bhutan. It would be very hectic and you wouldn’t be able to enjoy either destinations.
Dear Aswin,
If you want to fly than you can come from Bangalore to Bagdogra airport and from there it will take you 4 hrs to drive to Phuentsholing -Bhutan
Dear Pawan,
If you coming by Train than you have a direct train from Delhi to New Alipurduwar (NOQ) and from there it will take you 1 hr to drive to Jaigaon ..If you reach early in morwani to Jaigaon than you can do the permit formalities and same day you can move to Thimphu or paro..
Reagrds
Harish Morwani
Hi Harish,
Thank you for your input. But, from Delhi, one can also reach Hasimara by Mahananda Express. Hasimara is closer to Jaigaon as compared to New Alipurduwar.
Hi Harish,
That’s a good idea. But, the flight from Bangalore to Bagdogra is 4 hr long. I would not prefer such a long flight myself.
Hi Umang
I am from patna and want to go to Bhutan next week with my wife and one year old baby boy . I have Fortuner car . So please advice me to convenient way to travel Either car or train to NJP. I want to spent 4 night 5 days . I want some shopping there .
Hi Sarfaraz,
I’m assuming that you plan to take the car with you in Bhutan. With the car, you would have liberty and you can roam around freely. So, I think car would be better.
Hi,
My parents wants to visit Bhutan for 10 to 11 Days what would cost of that, if you know some good travel group then please suggest me.
Thanks,
Suvabrata
Hi Suvabrata,
The budget depends largely on the kind of activities you would like to indulge in while in Bhutan
Hi ….
we r planning to travel bhutan dec 25…1st Jan ..we have 2 children, I wanted to know there will be get snow that time, and weather
plz help me
Hi Mily, You might find snow at Bumthang. Not in Paro or Thimpu. However, the weather conditions can make it snow without predicting.
Me n my husband want to travel Bhutan in budget.at month of may ..but my husabd have all I’d except passport.n I don’t have passport and voter I’d. But I have pan n aadhr card.would u plz suggest me..we can travel easily Bhutan or not..
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Hi Shivangi, yes, you can visit Bhutan without a passport.
Hi Umang
As me & my frnd are travelling in the month of May to Bhutan from Bangalore & we are supposed to reach Kolkata & from there to Paro or taking train is good? Please suggest…
Hi Chaithra, if you like train journeys, prefer for it. The landscapes are beautiful! But, then you will have to take a long road from border to Paro. It lasts about 8 hours. You can choose.
Hi
I m planning to visit bhutan in june 1st week by road
Which places should I visit and can you suggest some good hotels there
Preferred clean and atleast 3star categories
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Hii…i really want to go bhutan from new delhi by train …how to reach…plzzzz reply me its an emergency …and also what is the fare of train …please reply me …i will wait. I have to reach royal college thimpu.
nice blog of telling us about beautiful places, and If you are planning to go somewhere by train then Check seat availability train for your journey after book your ticket.
Hey Umang! I am planning a travel to Bhutan from Chennai. The route I chose is :- Chennai to Guwahati via flight. Guwahati to hasimara via train(what do you suggest?) From Hasimara how far is Bhutan and what is the best route and mode of transport
Hi Devi,
Your route sounds good to go with. Once you reach Hasimara, the border town of Jaigaon is some 20 Kms far. You can hire a Jeep from Hasimara station itself.
Hi I am from Bangalore, need to visist Bhutan this novemeber? Is ther no direct flights from bangalore ? if yes ? which airlines? Also please list me the wonderful places to visit in bhutan for a week’s ittenary.
Hi Sneha, No there are no direct flights from Bangalore to Bhutan.
I m SUSANTA from bhubaneswar, odisha. I plan to visit Bhutan. Plz. Tell me a easy route from bhubaneswar to Bhutan
Hi I am parvin from kerala I like to visit Bhutan please tell me a easy route from Kerala to butan. Thanks
Hi,
Is there any flight from Delhi to Bhutan.
For 4N/5 D what will be the total cost per person.
Hi i am planning to visit bhutan on july 8 this year till july 12. Please suggest is it a proper time to visit bhutan.. Or rain can spoil our visit. Also help us wirh local tour operator who can get permits
Hi, i am planning to go bhutan during aug11-15 pls suggest plan from patna. It will be solo trip and if possible any contact no for travel agent
Hi sonam, check drukair
I saw your trip on triphobo. How did you get to Phuentsholing from B’lore in jus 6 hours??
Hi Sherin, Apologies, seems to be an error. I will get it rectified. Thank you for sharing your observation.
Hi Umang,
Your article is very informative. Please share the itineary you have followed while travelling in Bhutan. Thanks in advance!!
Hi Umang!very informative post!I plan to travel Bhutan in May and this will be my first solo trip…Please tell me how to travel from Pune to Bhutan in an economic but comfortable way
´hi dear…i am plan to visit there solo….is it safe…and can give some contact no who can help in planing my trip.
hi can u tell me how much i need to pay for permit to enter in bhutan
Hai Umang Trivedi Sir,
I gone through your article and replies and it is very very informative and useful to the tourists who wants to visit Bhutan.
I just want the tourist operators list with phone numbers if you have.
What are your other articles on other areas of interesting places?
PV Rao
Hi Umang is der any direct flight from Kolkata to Bhutan i am planing for a short trip with my friends in August
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I am planing to travel a honeymoon trip for Bhutan from Chennai on December.
Kindly advice the best and cost effective way to reach Bhutan
This is the perfect article for anyone who is looking for bhutan guide. This will help me to understand everything about how to plan my bhutan trip. Thank you Umang.
Hi Umang,
Please could you suggest the cheapest and quickest means of travel from Paro to Guwahati other than via flight… I have to travel on 18 October 2018 and as I was trying to research, there seem to be no flights available on this date.. Is it so? Kindly confirm.
What would be the next best option?
Thanks.
Hi Umang
I’m from Australia and wanted to spend some time inBhutan. What is the procedure to get visa to live there for a while. And how much money do I need to visit there. Please send me all the details.
Thanks
Hii!! Am planning a family road trip to bhutan from delhi. I see 2-3 routes for the same. Any tried n tested one?? Any inputs shall be helpful
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Hey Umang. That’s very kind of you to reply toevery comment . Well We(4 adults: mum, papa, brother and me) are planning a trip to bhutan this dec . We are from Jaipur. The main issue is how to reach there. About places to visit you have mentioned them in the comments . Another thing is what should we pack( wollen clothes ) since we exactly don’t know about the weather conditions in dec.
And yes,… How was your experience of bhutan.?
Thanks for your valuable information shared on this site.This information very useful to us.
In response to Stok Kangri’s rapid degradation, the Stok Village Committee and ALTOA (All Ladakh Tour Operators’ Association) have announced a three-year ban on trekking and climbing on Stok Kangri peak. Stok Kangri will remain closed from 2020 to 2022.
You can try Kang Yatse 2 in place of Stok Kangri. Click here for Kang Yatse trek preparation guide
https://www.altitudeadventureindia.com/trip/kang-yatse-2/
Kang Yatse 2 is a great alternative to the Stok Kangri trek in Ladakh.
Stok Kangri will remain closed from 2020 to 2022 due to the ban.
The Stok Village Committee and ALTOA (All Ladakh Tour Operators’ Association) have announced a three-year ban on trekking and climbing on Stok Kangri peak.
Click here for Kang Yatse 2 trek preparation guide
https://www.altitudeadventureindia.com/trip/kang-yatse-2/
Great post, very helpful for anyone planning their first trip to Bhutan. I especially liked how clearly you explained the route via Hasimara and Jaigaon—it’s something many travelers from India don’t realize is quite convenient. For readers who are also looking at organized itineraries or want an easier way to plan their trip, I found some useful options here as well: https://northbengaltourism.com/bhutan-tour-packages/
. It can be helpful for comparing routes, transport, and accommodation before finalizing a plan. Thanks for sharing such practical details about permits and border crossing too.